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Turkey’s Kerem Aktürkoğlu Goes Viral After World Cup Loss to Australia
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100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 14, 2026
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What happened
Australia beat Turkey 2-0 in Vancouver at the 2026 World Cup, despite having less possession and fewer shots. Turkish striker Kerem Aktürkoğlu became the focus of criticism and a viral photo after struggling against Australia’s much taller defense. Aktürkoğlu blamed missed chances and counterattacks, while Nihat Kahveci sharply criticized Turkey’s performance.
- 01Australia stunned Turkey 2-0 in Vancouver at the 2026 World Cup.
- 02Turkey had 72% possession and eight shots, but conceded twice on counters.
- 03Kerem Aktürkoğlu’s matchup with Australia’s tall defense went viral online.
- 04Aktürkoğlu said Turkey missed chances and still control its fate.
- 05Nihat Kahveci said nobody on Turkey’s team did their job.
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